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Assisted Living Communities in Meriden, Connecticut

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Meriden, CT below include 9 Assisted Living facilities with 457 reviews. On average in Meriden, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living costs in Meriden come in at a monthly median of $5,088. Although this runs hundreds of dollars higher than the U.S. rate of $4,500, it comes in below the Connecticut norm of $5,129 and competes with rates in several nearby communities. For example, in Hartford and Bridgeport, respective monthly fees run higher than in Meriden at $5,225 and $6,273. Even so, in Norwich, seniors pay about $790 less for care than residents in Meriden.

Meriden

$5,088

Connecticut

$5,129

United States

$4,500

Bridgeport

$6,273

Hartford

$5,225

Norwich

$4,300

Paying for Assisted Living in Meriden

 

Assisted living residents in Meriden pay roughly $5,088 per month for housing and personal care.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Meriden

Senior citizens 65 and up may be eligible to avail of the state’s Medicaid 1915(c) waiver program, the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE), to cover the cost of AL services in Meriden. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.

Financial Assistance in Connecticut

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Meriden, assisted living rates of approximately $5,088 compare favorably to other senior care options. In-home care, which includes nonmedical custodial services from private attendants, costs about $100 more per month, and seniors who need skilled nursing at home pay even higher rates of around $5,339 for home health care. Nursing home care, which covers around-the-clock personal and skilled nursing services, costs more than double what seniors pay for assisted living, with rates at approximately $13,090. Only adult day health care, which features basic medical support and personal care in a nonresidential setting, costs less than assisted living at around $1,885.

In-Home Care

$5,243

Home Health Care

$5,339

Adult Day Health Care

$1,885

Assisted Living Facility

$5,088

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$13,090

Note: Data for Meriden was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New Haven, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Meriden

Meriden and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Meriden, please visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Meriden

The Connecticut State Department of Public Health licenses all assisted living facilities in Meriden and requires them to submit to guidelines related to the scope of services they provide, housing standards and staffing. To enforce these rules, the department requires facilities to obtain licensing annually, and it conducts regular site inspections.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Meriden

 

  • MidState Medical Center sits in Meriden proper and administers a variety of services and specialties for assisted living residents, including emergency care, cancer care and orthopedics. In addition to providing medical services, the hospital hosts online free webinars that cover health- and age-related topics, as well as on-site exercise classes.

 

  • Meriden’s New Haven County ranks 6th out of eight surveyed counties in Connecticut for general health. Even so, its average life expectancy surpasses national norms at 79.2 years, and there's a primary care physician for every 1,150 people compared to the national rate of 1:1,310. Additionally, about 56% of Medicare beneficiaries in the county get the annual flu vaccine, which trends high compared to the national average of 51% and can help to slow the spread of seasonal viruses in assisted living facilities.

 

  • Meriden’s cost of living runs 15% above the national average, with housing costs tracking 3% over the nationwide norm and transportation costs coming in 12% higher. Fortunately, many assisted living facilities have predictable all-inclusive pricing, helping seniors budget for monthly expenses and maintain financial stability throughout retirement.

 

  • Seniors in Connecticut pay state income taxes on all forms of retirement income, including Social Security benefits, at rates of between 3% and 6.99%, which may impact how much money they can put toward assisted living costs in Meriden. However, the state provides some exemptions to income-qualified individuals, including exemptions on Social Security benefits for seniors who earn less than $75,000 per year.

 

  • Annually, Meriden reports about 26 crimes per 1,000 people, which trends higher than 86% of U.S. cities and 92% of cities in Connecticut. Residents have a 1 in 342 chance of becoming victims of violent crime and a 1 in 43 chance of experiencing a nonviolent offense. However, in neighborhoods such as South Meriden and Meriden Northeast, crime occurs much less frequently. Assisted living facilities promote residents’ safety through services and amenities, such as escorted transportation and professionally monitored surveillance systems.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Meriden

Meriden Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Connecticut are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Connecticut

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Robert

I visited this facility

Review of The Village at Kensington Place

The Village at Kensington Place was a very comfortable place. The staff was very friendly. The living quarters were nice. They had a lot of activities and stuff. They had bingo, card playing...

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David

I visited this facility

Review of The Village at Kensington Place

The tour experience at The Village at Kensington Place was very good. They were very informative. They took us through the entire facility and showed us several different units that were available....

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zekeandlaura

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Complete Care at Meriden

Rooms clean and large. Staff very friendly and helpful. Bingo, moves, Live music, I would Like to come here if I needed to have help in some way. Laura B Baillargeon

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